MPC Container Ships Invests In Alfa Laval PureBallast 3 BWTS Equipped With Connectivity

MPC Container Ships ASA (MPCC) is a market-leading container ship company listed on the Oslo Stock Exchange, specializing in serving intraregional trade lanes. The company owns and operates 65 container vessels, more than 15 of which are equipped with connected Alfa Laval PureBallast 3 ballast water treatment systems. Soon even more vessels will receive systems with data-driven PureBallast Connect services.

Connectivity investments based on experience

Over the past year, MPCC has successfully installed PureBallast 3 ballast water treatment systems with PureBallast Connect. Based on the positive experience, the company has decided to install a large number of PureBallast 3 systems with the same connectivity solution.

Aerial view of freight ship with cargo containers
Image Credits: oc-photo.net

“For new equipment like ballast water treatment systems, the possibility to remotely access the systems provides several benefits,” explains Philipp Niesing, Managing Director at MPCC Verwaltungs GmbH, who has been responsible for overseeing both previous and upcoming PureBallast Connect projects. “It was important for us from the start that Alfa Laval could access and troubleshoot the systems remotely, in order to avoid deploying service technicians to cater for small needs. We want to have our systems ready for use and compliant at all times, so as to prevent issues with port state officers and interruptions to our customers’ routes and operations.”

Decreased costs, increased crew support

While Niesing sees PureBallast Connect as a smart way to prevent downtime and reduce service costs, he also stresses the benefits for the crews on board MPCC vessels. “The crews are well trained, but we want to facilitate immediate crew support to the extent possible,” he says. “Crews are challenged to handle a range of sophisticated technologies on board, and connectivity provides an opportunity for prompt support in troubleshooting.”

Alfa Laval PureBallast 3 Certified For Installation On Chinese-Flagged Vessels
Image Credits: alfalaval.com

Using PureBallast Connect’s secure online portal, superintendents can support vessels by following the parameters, conditions and alarms of connected ballast water treatment systems. “If something happens, crews contact the superintendent, who will be able to see what actions can be taken,” says Niesing. “The superintendents are able to validate system performance themselves, and they can also take advantage of Alfa Laval’s expert knowledge. Having that access is important.”

Press Release

Disclaimer :
The information contained in this website is for general information purposes only. While we endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.

In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this website.

Do you have info to share with us ? Suggest a correction

Latest Shipping News You Would Like:

Get the Latest Maritime News Delivered to Your Inbox!

Our free, fast, and fun newsletter on the global maritime industry, delivered everyday.

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *